CCAS relaunched in October 2026
ACAMS relaunched CCAS with Chainalysis, adding courses on regulatory frameworks, compliance programmes and crypto case studies. We are reviewing our CCAS bank against the new courses; changes appear on our updates page.
What is CCAS?
CCAS (Certified Cryptoasset Anti-Financial Crime Specialist) is ACAMS's certification for financial crime compliance in crypto: blockchain basics, crypto typologies, regulation of virtual asset service providers (including the Travel Rule) and risk management programmes. In October 2026 ACAMS relaunched CCAS as an enhanced programme with Chainalysis, adding courses on regulatory frameworks, compliance programmes and crypto case studies.
Who is it for?
- Compliance, AML and KYC staff at exchanges, custodians and fintechs
- Bank teams handling crypto exposure or VASP customers
- Investigators and blockchain analysts
- CAMS, CKYCA or CAFCA holders moving into crypto
- Regulators, law enforcement and legal counsel working on digital assets
Eligibility
- Active ACAMS membership
- 40 eligibility credits from experience, education and training
- ACAMS recommends about 18 months to two years of AFC experience, ideally one year in crypto (desirable, not required)
Exam format
| Questions | 100 multiple-choice and multiple-select |
|---|---|
| Time | 175 minutes |
| Pass mark | set by ACAMS; check the candidate handbook |
| Domains (pre-Oct 2026 outline) | Cryptoassets and blockchain 30%, AML foundations for cryptoassets 35%, risk management programmes 35% |
Exam domains
| Cryptoasset and blockchain fundamentals | ~20% |
|---|---|
| Financial crime risks and typologies | ~30% |
| Regulation and the FATF framework for VASPs | ~25% |
| Compliance controls and blockchain analytics | ~25% |
Cost in 2026
| Certification package | see acams.org (price shown on the factsheet) |
|---|---|
| Virtual Classroom series | US$1,995 private / US$1,495 public; bundle saves up to US$195 |
Included: Study guide (PDF), flashcards, online courses (updated in October 2026 with Chainalysis content and case studies), a practice exam and the certification exam.
Prices from ACAMS, in US dollars, checked November 2026. Prices change and can differ by region; confirm on the official site before you buy.
How to register, step by step
- Join ACAMS.
- Choose and buy a CCAS package.
- Complete the learning path and submit your application.
- After approval, schedule the exam using the emailed instructions.
- Pass the exam; keep the designation with membership and continuing education.
Retakes: See the CCAS candidate handbook for retake rules.
Official links
Preparing for CCAS
Read our complete CCAS preparation guide, see what the syllabus and modules cover, and how renewal works. Then test yourself: our CCAS bank has 15 exam-style questions with explanations.
Find out where you stand
Free 10-question CCAS test, scored by exam domain. No account needed.
Independent guide, not affiliated with ACAMS. Facts checked November 2026; always confirm on the official website.